If you told me a few years ago that white would fall out of favor and color would become the new classic, I'd be in a state of shock. Character and vibrancy are at the forefront of current color trends, leaving little room for hues that feel stark and sterile.
Although white bathrooms are falling under the radar lately (who would've thought), the old saying 'you always want what you can't have' sums up how I feel about the once-loved neutral at the moment. A reliable hue that always seems to make a bathroom feel soothing, all of a sudden, I've begun to appreciate the serene simplicity of white.
It was Martha Stewart's bathroom in her East Hampton home (she sold 'Lily Pond' in 2021) that has me pining for an all-white bathroom. Filled with characterful touches from the wall panelling to the towel cabinet, it's a masterfully simple design that proves good design needn't be complicated.
Shopping Picks Inspired By Martha Stewart's Timeless Bathroom
The perfect country bathroom, Martha's white bathroom is filled with eclectic, characterful pieces that make the space feel liveable and homely. Highly necessary in an all-white space, these charming touches transform the bathroom into a design that makes you feel right at home.
Inspired by a vintage apothecary jar, this glass canister will instantly infuse character into your bathroom. Fill it with cotton pads, balls, or buds, for a stylish arrangement that you reach for daily.
Much like Martha's wire rack that she uses to store sponges, this polished chrome soap dish is perfect for any shower or bathtub. Simple but well-designed, the Juniper is a lasting choice that won't ever date.
Perfect for storing towels or unsightly toiletries, the Vega Modern cabinet is simple yet stylish. Designed to transition into bathrooms of all styles, it can be dressed up or down depending on your desired look.
Martha's bathroom is simple but well-balanced. At first glance, it appears minimal, but its beauty unfolds as you look closer. Despite being covered in white paint, it's masterfully characterful, all made possible with its array of thoughtful details.
The wood panelling makes a remarkable difference to the feel of the room, providing depth and a lived-in feel to a space that typically lacks both. The panelling has been intentionally painted in a bright white to contrast with the cream walls, creating visual interest and a sense of dimension.
Paired with the rustic cabinet that holds Martha's collection of fluffy towels, the lived-in details transform the room into more than a bathroom, but a retreat designed to embrace you after a long day.
The silver fixtures couldn't be more classic, gently contrasting and providing that sense of high-end luxury. It's these familiar details that make the design feel so accomplished and homely; they give new meaning to an otherwise all-white room that could easily feel stark or clinical.
Martha's East Hampton bathroom is simple but timeless. She makes a white bathroom more interesting with thoughtful details that radiate homeliness and comfort.
